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Dianthus 'Warden Hybrid'

Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubsGrowth Rate: Slow growingFeatures: Suitable for ground cover, Has interesting foliage, Has fragrant flowers/foliage, Suitable for growing in containers, Long flowering period

A dwarf form of the popular garden pink which forms neat hummocks of blue-grey foliage. These are studded with sprays of small, single flowers in brightest magenta for many weeks. Planted in a pot or on a sunny terrace, near to seating areas, their fragrant smell will perfume the air. Their tidy habit and evergreen foliage make this form a good subject for edging paths or steps.

Garden care: Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new basal growth. Prune more closely in spring as new shoots appear to maintain tidy shape.